Laxmi Dwivedi

Having intercourse every alternate day during your peak fertile days is usually recommended. Just relax and don't rush it; your body needs to be in a calm state to welcome a pregnancy.

Listen, soap has chemicals that mess up the test strip, so yes it will give a wrong positive. Simple rule is to use a clean disposable plastic cup instead of washing something with soap. Go buy another kit and do it properly tomorrow morning.

My mother used to give me warm water to drink and advised me to sleep with head slightly elevated. But we also regularly monitored my blood pressure with our family doctor. Please consult your doctor if it feels too heavy.

I recently had my C-section and can look back at the starting days now. You can do an early test 4 to 5 days before your expected period, but waiting till the first day of your missed period gives the most accurate result. Be gentle with yourself during this waiting time.

I was also terrified of using any chemicals during my pregnancy and kept worrying about it. It is generally safe, but if it makes you anxious, you can switch to shaving or trimming for peace of mind.